Ricoh CX1 vs Sony W730

The following is a detailed overview of the Ricoh CX1 versus Sony W730, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Ricoh and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the CX1 (9MP) and W730 (16MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The CX1 was revealed 4 years earlier than the W730 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summary of how the CX1 scores vs the W730 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Ricoh CX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W730. The full galleries are available at Ricoh CX1 Gallery and Sony W730 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Ricoh CX1 has got physical dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 180 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Sony W730 has proportions of 93mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Ricoh CX1 versus Sony W730 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the CX1 against the W730.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the CX1 and W730 is 93 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through a spec sheet. The image here will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the CX1 and W730.

Clearly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Sony W730 to show greater detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more aged CX1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.